Summer Storms: The NCAA Release Story

[Cebby]

Quote: Originally Posted by DIESEL

There definitely has been a change here at OS in the past few months. In an attempt to add more content there have been a lot of "articles" published that have been questionable to say the least.

It's the blog generation.

[867-5309]

OS should write future articles completely in third person narrative, as to allow it's users to grasp the concept of "one persons persons opinion does not always equate to the opinion of it's staff and ownership." It is much more fun than having to throw out a boring disclaimer in front of every article.

867-5309 would like to see this very much.

[ChaseB]

Quote: Originally Posted by DIESEL

There definitely has been a change here at OS in the past few months. In an attempt to add more content there have been a lot of "articles" published that have been questionable to say the least. A lot of these "articles" have shown no more research or objectivity than any random post in the impressions threads. There was a MLB 2K8 article called "Can I Have My Money Back?" Now I'll be the first to admit MLB 2K8 was a buggy mess, but the story was basically one guy bitching about what he didn't like in the game. There was nothing wrong with his opinion, but it was just a weird story to have on the front page of a respected gaming site. Now on the other side we have yet to see anything negative about NCAA 09 when there are some obvious issues with the game. I think if OS wants to have an opinions section and post these kind of articles that's fine. But for those of us that have been coming to this site for a long time we expect more thoughtful and factual pieces than what has been given to us lately.

Yea I think this is a perfectly valid point in a sense -- especially earlier on when we first switched over -- and I think we'll continue to modify where certain things are posted etc. as we add more depth to the site. But if you realize that certain stories are opinion pieces, then in a way I don't see the issue.

[Rules]

Quote: Originally Posted by 867-5309

So you give a free pass to Tiger Woods 08? Was this the 360 or PS3 version? That game was as broken as NCAA09. Game stopping bug that required a patch, after shipped to retail. Half of the courses textures looked like I mistakenly purchased the PS2 version. Photo Gameface... that really worked well online for many. Poor online play, questionable controls, when you finish a PGA tournament the money earned was for the third round results (or something like that). Can't use the downloaded courses in tour Mode and on and on and on and on. ZOMG, You sir are on EA's payroll for liking the game. See how that works.

I have Tiger Woods 08 for the Xbox 360. I never played the game online and I could care less if my mugshot was on my golfer. Other issues you addressed are valid points. It still didn't take away the enjoyment and especially the difficulty of how hard it is to compete in tour mode. Unlike NCAA 09, the difficulty is what puts me off as the sliders don't work making it too easy even on Heisman. As for you taking it personal and then coming after me for my opinion.............. 1-800-inu-rface

[867-5309]

Quote: Originally Posted by Rules

I have Tiger Woods 08 for the Xbox 360. I never played the game online and I could care less if my mugshot was on my golfer. Other issues you addressed are valid points. It still didn't take away the enjoyment and especially the difficulty of how hard is to compete in tour mode. Unlike NCAA 09, the difficulty is what puts me off as the sliders don't work making it too easy even on Heisman. As for you taking it personal and then coming after me for my opinion..............

Just pointing out the hypocrisy where I see it. Don't take it personally. Trying to get you to see that others might have the same enjoyment with this as you did with TW, even with all the flaws and all. Using some of your own statements, not everyone lives and dies with sliders (myself included) and not everyone uses Online dynasty.

[Spanky]

Quote: Originally Posted by Pared

Like I mentioned earlier, it seems the straw has broken the camel's back. If this were the sole article we've seen from OS recently regarding NCAA, perhaps it wouldn't be met with such negativity. But add the review released earlier, coupled with: NCAA Designers Step Up to the Plate Despite Flaws, NCAA 09 a Great Experience You start to see a trend that whomever is pushing these articles are side-stepping the issues the forum is currently dealing with. It's almost as if, between the articles and the dev's silence on the issues (and their insistence "many are enjoying the game now"), OS' content is causing one to wonder if they are being written "in a bubble" and not aware of the general feeling throughout the forum and community. Well, at least from those posting about the game. The Show wasn't met with this amount of negativity. Neither was NBA 2k8. Nor CHoops 2k8, NHL 08, FIFA 08... People obviously have BIG issues with the game. A good game is a good game. NCAA, however, seems to be a good game that is "broken." And to give the insinuation that those that have these issues can't be satisfied is completely out of left field.

If you didn't like those articles, I'm guessing you won't be thrilled with the next two OS articles on EA:

"Why Rosters are Irrelevant to the True Gamer''

and,

"The March Madness Series: Why it's Gotten a Bum Rap.''

[PlyrzNumber1]

When people speak of "slanted motives, or bias" it isn't that we necessarily assume EA is cutting checks and padding the pocketbooks of the decision makers here, at least, directly.

Having EA here increases links, traffic, and the sites credibility in the eyes of a less-niche audience. Given the amount of Ads on this site, one would assume anytime there's a spike in traffic, there's going to be a boost in revenue.

I can see why there would be incentive to keep EA and their Devs/Reps happy.

[ChaseB]

Quote: Originally Posted by Spanky

If you didn't like those articles, I'm guessing you won't be thrilled with the next two OS articles on EA: "Why Rosters are Irrelevant to the True Gamer'' and, "The March Madness Series: Why it's Gotten a Bum Rap.''

OK I can admit that I actually laughed a bit just then.